An article in the May 2006 edition of the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research detailed a study that explored the relationship between stability ball training and spinal stability. Lead author Jacqueline M. Carter reported that ball exercises increased core…
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Physical exercise is credited with improving health, boosting mood and increasing memory. But exercising the legs, arms and heart is not enough. Consistent brain exercises that boost memory and reasoning skills may also improve cognitive function and memory. Brain fitness…
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March 20, 2015 Diet and Nutrition
Overview Author and founder of the positive thinking website Success Consciousness, Remez Sasson defines positive thinking as an attitude that allows only uplifting thoughts, images and language into your mind, creating a thought process that expects and looks forward to…
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Hypertension is the medical term for high blood pressure. Hypertension frequently has no symptoms, but if it is left untreated it can lead to complications such as kidney failure, stroke or vision loss. According to Medline Plus, a website of…
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March 20, 2015 Weight Management
According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, between 16 and 33 percent of children and teens are obese. The lack of exercise and poor diets that lead to obesity cause nearly 300,000 deaths annually. Following a complete…
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Overview If you want to find yoga music for a home practice, then start to explore kirtan, sitar, New Age or chanting styles of music, to inspire a traditional yogic sound. The yoga scene has popular voices and musicians to…
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March 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Whether your water comes from a well or municipal water source, it could contain impurities such as bacteria or chemicals that affect your family’s health. Drinking water might also contain chlorine or iron, which affect the taste. A water filter…
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Many doctors consider an oral temperature above 99.5°F or a rectal temperature higher than 100.4°F a fever. If an infant younger than three months has a temperature higher than 100.4°F or if a baby between three and six months has…
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According to the American Institute of Stress, stress has many different causes, which can vary from person to person. A situation or condition that bothers one person might not worry another person at all. Some individuals get stressed easily while…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Antimalarial medications, including chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine, are used for prophylaxis, treatment and prevention of malaria. They are commonly prescribed to previously-unexposed or immunodeficient people who are traveling to areas endemic for malaria. Some of the medications are also used for…
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March 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Electronics such as watches while hiking can be an important navigational and safety tool in the wilderness. Watch companies include several features in their hiking watches such as a compass, altimeter and barometer. The best hiking watches include these features…
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March 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Dynamic climbing ropes have come a long way since the sport’s inception. A modern climbing rope is made of kernmantle, or sheath-and-core, construction and ranges anywhere from 7 to 11 mm in diameter. It’s important not to confuse static ropes,…
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March 20, 2015 Diet & Nutrition
Overview Fructose is one of the three simple sugars that form the building blocks for most of the carbohydrates in the normal human diet. Moderate amounts of fructose are found in whole fruits, and large amounts in honey and processed…
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March 20, 2015 Weight Management
It’s no secret; pregnancy causes weight gain. Many mothers struggle to lose weight, even months after having their babies. Due to hormonal changes, weight gained during pregnancy tends to stay in the belly area after women give birth. This can…
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A major function of the cardiovascular system is to deliver oxygen to the working tissue of the body to be used for metabolism. To accomplish this, the heart must regulate the amount of blood pumped per minute. As described in…
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March 20, 2015 Weight Management
Overview Yoga is an ancient practice that dates back nearly 5,000 years, according to the American Yoga Association. The word “yoga” means to yoke or unite. It was developed to help an individual achieve balance and harmony of mind, body…
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If you wish to lose weight or increase your metabolism without the use of prescription medication or an intense exercise program, then herbal supplements can be a fitting option for you. Found in most local drug stores and in many…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview Bipolar disorder, also known as manic-depression, is a serious brain disorder that causes dramatic shifts in a person’s moods, including serious “lows” called depression, and “highs” called mania. According to a 2003 article published in “Psychology Today,” dietary therapies…
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Widely available in local supermarkets and drug stores, neem leaf products can be used in treating minor health ailments or diseases. Available in various supplement forms that include pills, powders, and liquid extract, neem leaf supplements can be included in…
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1. Soaring Fever May Mean Toxic Shock Syndrome A sudden high fever, above 102 degrees F, may signal toxic shock syndrome (TSS), especially if you are or have just finished menstruating, have a skin wound, a surgical incision or infection…
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Overview For teenagers, initiation into the world of dating brings a host of new experiences–but not all are as pleasant as first kisses and stomach butterflies. As with adult relationships, teen dating can feature unhealthy behavior and abusive dynamics, and…
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Full-body workouts involve multiple joints and moving in different directions and speeds. These workouts save you time and prevent boredom and stagnation that many people feel who do typical gym workouts, according to Rodney Corn of PTA Global, an educational…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
An apnea is a brief pause in breathing which often happens during sleep. When these apneas cause arousals and sleepiness, a diagnosis of sleep apnea is warranted. This sleep disorder affects about 25 percent of adults. According to 2010 survey…
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March 20, 2015 Skincare and Beauty
Society’s preoccupation with weight loss has led to the rise of many quick-fix products and methods to lose weight. One of these is the body wrap, which is touted by some spas as a means of permanently losing weight. The…
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March 20, 2015 Sports & Recreation
Most strikes on a jig come when the jig is falling. That makes weight a critical component when you pick which one to throw. Crankbaits come in a wide variety of sizes and shapes. Some are for cold water, some…
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Approximately 262 million waste tires were generated in the United States during 2007 according to the Rubber Manufacturers Association. Diverting these tires to recycling facilities helps reduce waste and conserve natural resources. Recycled tires are shredded or ground to form…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
An intestinal blockage, also called an intestinal obstruction, can occur in either the small intestine or large intestine. The obstruction may be caused by a mechanical condition, such as an adhesion which binds a section of the intestine, a hernia…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
The flu is common, even in pregnant women. The Palo Alto Medical Foundation points out that flu vaccines are recommended for women who are pregnant to reduce the risk of complications. Women in the third trimester of pregnancy are at…
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Crystal meth is the street name for crystallized methamphetamine, an illicit drug used for its psycho-stimulant properties. Crystallized methamphetamine was first synthesized in 1919 in Japan and was approved for several treatments by the American Medical Association in the 1930s….
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March 20, 2015 Diseases & Health Conditions
Overview An increasing body of research, starting with a study by Oregon psychiatrist Jules R. Altfas reported in 2002, indicates a link between attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and obesity in both adults and children. Fortunately, treatment for ADHD helps some individuals…
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